Russian strikes on Ukraine's capital killed at least four people and wounded more than a dozen others on Saturday, local officials said, after Kyiv's mayor had earlier warned residents of an incoming ballistic missile attack.
Journalists on the ground reported hearing more than 10 explosions in quick succession, with the intensity of the blasts strong enough to set off car alarms across nearby streets. Emergency crews worked through the aftermath to put out fires sparked by the missile strikes.
Part of a Deadlier Pattern Across Ukraine
The attack comes shortly after the United Nations reported that June was the deadliest month for civilians in Ukraine since April 2022, as Moscow has ramped up long-range strikes on towns and cities across the country. Taken together, the two data points point to an escalation in the intensity and reach of Russian strikes on Ukrainian population centres in recent months, with Kyiv among the repeated targets.
Officials have not yet released further details on the extent of the damage or the specific areas of the city affected, and emergency response efforts were still underway as of Saturday morning.
FAQs
Q1. How many people were killed or wounded in the Kyiv strikes?
At least four people were killed and more than a dozen others wounded, according to local officials.
Q2. What warning preceded the attack?
Kyiv's mayor had issued a warning of an incoming ballistic missile attack shortly before the explosions were reported.
Q3. How does this attack fit into the broader pattern of the war?
It follows a UN finding that June was the deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians since April 2022, as Russia has increased long-range strikes on Ukrainian towns and cities.